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Australia reached 330 for four at stumps on day two of the third Test against South Africa at Newlands, taking a one-run lead after South Africa's first innings total of 329. Josh Inglis made 85 not out and Alex Carey was 51 not out.
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Simon Katich has criticised Australia's batting approach in the second Test against South Africa, stating that a number of players are playing for their careers. Australia trail by 170 runs after being asked to follow on and were 156/4 at the close of day four.
South Africa enforced the follow-on after taking a 326-run first-innings lead at St George’s Park. Australia were dismissed for 99 on the fourth day.
Australia finished day four at 156-4 in the second innings, trailing South Africa by 170 runs after being made to follow on. Travis Head remained unbeaten on 87 as Australia fought back from 69-6 at lunch.
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South Africa enforced the follow-on after bowling Australia out for 99. Australia reached 156 for four on Day 4, still 170 runs short of making the hosts bat again.